Just getting back from AKL…

[DL1WDW2]

Possibly more than 12-13 years ago.

 

[GADisneyDad14]

Thanks for the trip report @Once.Upon.A.Time

 

[Peaseblossom36]

Possibly more than 12-13 years ago.View attachment 786606

Definitely, I would say closer to 15-20. I think I have a really fuzzy memory of a camel ride being there. Sorry to derail, I’ve gone to that zoo my entire life so found your pictures fun

 

[DL1WDW2]

I love that Zoo and I am not a Zoo person….
Remember when Disney opened AK and called it Nahtazoo ?

 

[Mtraynom]

Will be there in December, first time staying at AKL, so excited! How were the buses, any crazy wait times?

 

[Once.Upon.A.Time]

Will be there in December, first time staying at AKL, so excited! How were the buses, any crazy wait times?

The app is pretty accurate. I would say the longest we waited for a bus to or from the parks would be about 20 minutes.

 

[Anthony1971]

I miss AKL Jambo still one of our favorite resorts. Maybe next year. We are DVC had a 2BR above the Check in one year. DVC is 5th floor only so those rooms are very few. The location was great close to all the savannah views were decent. Never had an issue with the buses stayed at Jambo at least 6 times and 2 times at Kidani.

 

[Once.Upon.A.Time]

I miss AKL Jambo still one of our favorite resorts. Maybe next year. We are DVC had a 2BR above the Check in one year. DVC is 5th floor only so those rooms are very few. The location was great close to all the savannah views were decent. Never had an issue with the buses stayed at Jambo at least 6 times and 2 times at Kidani.

Jambo has DVC rooms? My husband noticed that bridge in the lobby and was wondering if anyone can walk across it or if it was only club level lol.

 

[john7994]

Staying DVC (Kidani) next week - looking forward to our first stay at the Animal Kingdom property

 

[Once.Upon.A.Time]

Staying DVC (Kidani) next week - looking forward to our first stay at the Animal Kingdom property

You’ll love it! It’s really a magical experience!

 

[john7994]

You’ll love it! It’s really a magical experience!

I hope so, we always end up at the resort for dinner on our trips anyway

 

[Once.Upon.A.Time]

I hope so, we always end up at the resort for dinner on our trips anyway

We really loved Boma. Of course, I don’t think I ate enough to justify the cost, but I’m glad we experienced it.

 

[john7994]

We really loved Boma. Of course, I don’t think I ate enough to justify the cost, but I’m glad we experienced it.

Haha - Boma is often on our list - our first night this time for dinner is at Jiko - so looking forward to it again.

 

[DisFanDad]

Still here right now - gosh I love this resort - but DANG the Mara has gone downhill. Breakfast is still great - but the rest, they basically have 5 items, Flatbreads, bowls, Burger, Chicken finger, pulled pork sandwich. It's terrible to place an order in person - only 1 register open almost all the time, big lines, mobile order sucks because the food sits there forever before it comes out. It's not really fresh anymore, there is nothing really african on the menu anymore, and it costs more than ever. So disappointing. Still love it here, the food is still "fine" (breakfast again, quite good), but it used to be one of the best quick service on property, now its just meh, and similar to all the others.

 

[Once.Upon.A.Time]

Still here right now - gosh I love this resort - but DANG the Mara has gone downhill. Breakfast is still great - but the rest, they basically have 5 items, Flatbreads, bowls, Burger, Chicken finger, pulled pork sandwich. It's terrible to place an order in person - only 1 register open almost all the time, big lines, mobile order sucks because the food sits there forever before it comes out. It's not really fresh anymore, there is nothing really african on the menu anymore, and it costs more than ever. So disappointing. Still love it here, the food is still "fine" (breakfast again, quite good), but it used to be one of the best quick service on property, now its just meh, and similar to all the others.

We felt the same about the Mara. Our favorite was the combo bowl. Definitely not enough choices. Same food everyday. Their pastries are pretty good though.

 

[Simba's Mom]

Still here right now - gosh I love this resort - but DANG the Mara has gone downhill. Breakfast is still great - but the rest, they basically have 5 items, Flatbreads, bowls, Burger, Chicken finger, pulled pork sandwich. It's terrible to place an order in person - only 1 register open almost all the time, big lines, mobile order sucks because the food sits there forever before it comes out. It's not really fresh anymore, there is nothing really african on the menu anymore, and it costs more than ever. So disappointing. Still love it here, the food is still "fine" (breakfast again, quite good), but it used to be one of the best quick service on property, now its just meh, and similar to all the others.

So sad! I just hope that Mara still has the Butternut Squash soup. It's the same as Boma's. The CMs told me, so one night, I got a free sample at Boma, then went to Mara for dinner and had it. Sure enough-identical! And last I knew, they had the Squash soup every night. I'm with you about the lines at the registers, though-doesn't sound good.

 

[Gator Kate]

Thank you for opening yourself up for questions. We're going in October. I've been once before but probably about 15 yrs. ago so excited to go back.

We've booked the resort view as well. One of our main criteria is to have a short walk to the lobby. A couple of people in the group are seniors and it would be helpful. Where was your room located? We're also hoping to get a view that's better then the parking lot. Any suggestions appreciated !

 

[Once.Upon.A.Time]

Thank you for opening yourself up for questions. We're going in October. I've been once before but probably about 15 yrs. ago so excited to go back.

We've booked the resort view as well. One of our main criteria is to have a short walk to the lobby. A couple of people in the group are seniors and it would be helpful. Where was your room located? We're also hoping to get a view that's better then the parking lot. Any suggestions appreciated !

Our room was lobby level and we requested lobby level partial view. So I would put in that request. The lobby is a good place to be as you just can just walk to the buses and take the elevator to the pool and quick service. We saw all types of animals including zebras. You won’t see them all day most likely, but they do come out. Especially in the morning or late evening.

 

[Gator Kate]

Our room was lobby level and we requested lobby level partial view. So I would put in that request. The lobby is a good place to be as you just can just walk to the buses and take the elevator to the pool and quick service. We saw all types of animals including zebras. You won’t see them all day most likely, but they do come out. Especially in the morning or late evening.

 

[Gator Kate]

It sounds like you had a view of the savannah from your balcony. Hope we get as lucky.